Semi-Slav Defense
ECO D438 half-movesWhite to move
Moves
1. d4 d5 2. c4 c6 3. Nf3 Nf6 4. Nc3 e6
The Semi-Slav Defense (D43) reaches this position after 8 half-moves, with White to move. Want to know why each move is played, the plans for both sides, and the traps to avoid? Step through it on an interactive board while the Chess Guru explains every idea in plain English.